Sizon 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis and some skin reactions, and reactions to bites and stings. It relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Sizon 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required for you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent symptoms you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you. You should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy. Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not be suitable. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

Uses of Sizon Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Sizon Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Sizon 10 Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Sizon Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sizon

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Headache
Constipation

How to use Sizon Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sizon 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Sizon Tablet works

Sizon 10 Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Sizon 10 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sizon 10 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sizon 10 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Sizon 10 Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Sizon 10 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sizon 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sizon 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. It may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end-stage kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sizon 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sizon 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Sizon Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Sizon 10 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Sizon 10 Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
It is okay to take Sizon 10 Tablet with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Sizon 10 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Sizon 10 Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Sizon 10 Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylmethyl Piperazinyl Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Sizon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Aprepitant

Brand(s): Fosapine, Aprepit, Aprepep

Life-threatening

Fosaprepitant

Brand(s): Fosup, Artepitant, Emetant

Life-threatening

Zafirlukast

Brand(s): Zuvair

Serious

Alprazolam

Brand(s): Eurolam

Moderate

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Patient concerns

i am suffering from itching.right now i am taking sizon forte to stop itching.what is the dosage for this tablet and please tell me that can regular dose of this tablet is advisable from you or not?

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

its fine, but consult dermatologist

Cold and cough some time bometi

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, start tab sizon 10 mg 1 tab once daily for 4 days. Also start honey 1 tsf thrice daily for 4 days. Salt water gargles to be done. Lukewarm water to drink.If problem persist show to nearest pediatrician for clinical evaluation.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic [email protected] is easily navigable on Google Maps.

User feedback

Patients taking Sizon 10 Tablet

Once A Day

93%

Twice A Day

Alternate Day

Thrice A week

What are you using Sizon Tablet for?

Allergic cond*

100%

*Allergic conditions

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

What were the side-effects while using Sizon 10 Tablet?

Sleepiness

100%

How do you take Sizon Tablet?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

Please rate Sizon 10 Tablet on price

Expensive

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FAQs

Q. Does Sizon 10 Tablet make you tired and drowsy?

Yes, Sizon 10 Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy, and weak. If you have these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Q. Is Sizon 10 Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?

Sizon 10 Tablet is an anti-allergic medication, not a steroid. It relieves the symptoms of allergy. It is used to relieve runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching, and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander, and mold. It is also used to treat symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.

Q. How long does it take for Sizon 10 Tablet to work?

You will notice an improvement within an hour of taking Sizon 10 Tablet. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.

Q. Can I take Sizon 10 Tablet and Fexofenadine together?

Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Sizon 10 Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep. Do not take two antihistamines together unless recommended by your doctor.

Q. For how long should I continue Sizon 10 Tablet?

The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. If you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. Similarly, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Sizon 10 Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Sizon 10 Tablet.

Q. Is it safe to take Sizon 10 Tablet daily for a long time?

Sizon 10 Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Sizon 10 Tablet for only as long as you need it.

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Manufacturer/Marketer address

Systopic Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., 101, Pragati Chambers, Commercial Complex, Ranjit Nagar, New Delhi-110008

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2025

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